Robert A. Gordon Lecture Series
Jennifer H. Capraru
Memory, Memorial and the Monument
Staging Struggle in Rwanda
Wednesday April 7, 2010
Dr. Ingrid Mattson
Beyond Voyeurism and Apologetics: The Reality of Muslim Women Today
Thursday October 15, 2009, 1pm - 2:30pm
Seventh Semester, North Campus
Dr. Andrew Potter
Organic Living: Consumerism, Counterculture, & the Rise of Conspicuous Authenticity
In this lecture, Dr. Potter will argue that consumerism is not about conformity, as commonly assumed, but distinction: people shop in order to show others that they are rich, sophisticated, hip, or "gangsta." The world of consumerism has recently become dominated by products that have a "green" or "organic" cred that, to a large extent, rely on certain questionable assumptions about "authenticity." As with hip consumerism that preceded it, Dr. Potter will argue, the political value of authentic consumerism is highly dubious.
Tuesday, October 7, 2008, noon - 1:30pm
Seventh Semester, North Campus
Dr. Raj Patel
Stuffed and Starved: Behind the scenes of the global food crisis
In this lecture, Dr. Patel will argue that it is possible both to tackle the problem of hunger and the problems of diet-related disease in a way that promotes social justice, environmental sustainability, and human development.
Wednesday, September 24, 2008, noon - 1:30pm
Seventh Semester, North Campus
The Honourable David C. Onley
Lieutenant Governor of Ontario
In his role as Lieutenant Governor, he has adopted two causes: the first is to promote accessibility as that which enables people to achieve their full potential. The second is to continue the Aboriginal Youth Literacy Programs implemented by his predecessor and to twin-track the programs to include a computer literacy initiative. He is a best-selling author, holds three honorary degrees, was inducted into the Terry Fox Hall of Fame and is the recipient of a number of awards including The Rick Hanson Award and The Courage to Come Back Award.
Monday, September 15, 2008, 1pm - 2:30pm
Seventh Semester, North Campus
Dr. Paul Taylor
Ideology Written in Lightning: Aesthetics, Ethics, and the Film 300
Based on the graphic novel by the same name, the film 300 is a visually sensational depiction of the ancient battle of Thermopylae, in which a small band of soldiers from what will become Europe, holds off a teeming multiracial and multicultural throng, from an empire with it's seat in which will become Iran. Dr. Taylor will ask a number of pertinent questions: Should artists accept meanings of their actions, even if these meanings are not intended? Should anyone? What does it mean for people to deny or contest the obvious interpretations of their behaviour? Dr. Taylor will explore the ethical implications of these questions and the issue of ethnic and racial identity, and the role of aesthetics in conducting this sort of inquiry.
Wednesday, April 2, 2008, Noon - 1:30pm
Seventh Semester, North Campus
Dr. Rinaldo Walcott
What Rap Has to Say
On March 11, Dr. Walcott spoke about crime and violence among Black youth through the lens of their own cultural expression. He also assessed how Black youth, particularly in Toronto, have characterized their experiences of life in Canada. These expressions, which often take the form of music, speak to the complicated and complex responses of Black youth to their lives in Canada.
Tuesday, March 11, 2008, Noon - 1:30pm
Seventh Semester, North Campus
Dr. Gwynne Dyer
The Climate Wars
On February 26th Dr. Gwynne Dyer returned to Humber to argue that the core problem with climate change will not be a rise in sea level nor a decrease in bio-diversity, but a severe shortage of food.
Tuesday, February 26, 2008, Noon - 1:30pm
B304, Lakeshore Campus
Louise Fr�chette
Will the 21st Century Belong to Women?
(And will this make a difference?)
Women all over the world have fought for equality for a long time. We have made much progress in Canada, and there are encouraging signs in other parts of the world as well. In this lecture, however, Madame Fr�chette will argue that there is still a long way to go before women everywhere are able to occupy their rightful place in all societies.
Wednesday, January 30, 2008 12:00pm � 1:30pm
B101, North Campus
Michael Hlinka
How to Save the Planet . . . and Ride the Subway for Free at the Same Time
In this provocatively titled lecture, Michael Hlinka explores how a few changes in the tax code could translate into big changes in Canada�s quality of life . . . not only in terms of a higher standard of living but also in terms of a more equitable distribution of income.
Wednesday, November 21, 2007 12:00pm � 1:30pm
Seventh Semester, North Campus
Joanna Manning
Religion in Contemporary Society: Omens of Change?
On November 7th, Joanna Manning spoke about analyzing some of the tensions that currently exist in Canada today between traditional religion and multicultural democracy. How, for instance, can we reconcile the Canadian value of equal rights for women with some of the more traditional religious perspectives on women’s roles? In this lecture, Ms. Manning will explore ways that the values of a modern democratic state can coexist with pluralism in religious practice.
Wednesday, November 7, 2007, 11:45am - 1:30pm
Assembly Hall, Lakeshore Campus
Cameron Bailey
YouTube Apocalypse: Watching Death on Demand
On Wednesday April 4th, 2007 writer, broadcaster and film programmer Cameron Bailey spoke as part of the President's Lecture Series to Humber students about what it means to live in an era when moving pictures have moved from witnessing conflict to furthering it.
Wednesday, April 4, 2007, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Seventh Semester, North Campus
Maude Barlow
Globalization: Our Future and You
On Tuesday March 20th Maude Barlow visited Humber as part of the President's Lecture Series to speak to students and staff about the affects of Globalization on the economic world. By focussing on the problems raised by economic globalization, Maude offered discussion with students on how they might approach this reality in order to participate in positive change for the future.
Tuesday, March 20, 2007, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Seventh Semester, North Campus
Dr. Michael Marrus
Bystanders to the Holocaust in Historical Perspective
On February 13th, 2007 Dr. Michael Marrus visited Humber to speak about the Holocaust and the non-role bystanders played while the atrocities occurred. Dr. Marrus gave a passionate and emotionally driven speech shedding light on the crimes of the Holocaust and painting a grim picture of reality about the bystanders who did not help stop it.
Tuesday, February 13, 2007, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Seventh Semester, North Campus
Dr. Gwynne Dyer
The Climate Wars
On November 30th Dr. Gwynne Dyer returned to Humber to speak to staff and students about the dangers of the ever warming climate and a series of other important political issues surrounding current events today.
Thursday, November 30, 2006, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Seventh Semester, North Campus
Major General J. Ivan Fenton
What NATO Means to Canada
Major General Fenton discussed the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), outlining how it is transforming itself from a regional defensive alliance into a capable and flexible provider of security and stability far beyond the Euro-Atlantic region. As an example, he will discuss the security assistance mission in Afghanistan, touching on such points as its rationale, the main elements of its mission, the nature of its partnerships, and its challenges for the future.
Thursday, November 9, 2006, 11:00am - 12:30 pm
Seventh Semester, North Campus
Stephen Lewis
The AIDS Pandemic in Africa: Where It Stands and How to Fight It
On October 3rd 2006 The President's Lecture Series played host to internationally acclaimed writer, journalist, professor, UN Ambassador, NDP party leader and public speaker Stephen Lewis to speak to students about the AIDS epidemic in Africa. Stephen Lewis's important speech draws on the impact of AIDS on families ravaged by the disease, prevention methods and ultimately what students can do to get involved and help.
Tuesday, October 3, 2006, 12:00pm - 2:30pm
Seventh Semester, North Campus
Dr. Gwynne Dyer
Back to the Great Game
Wednesday, February 8, 2006, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Seventh Semester, North Campus
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